CUFE’s Confucius Institute at the University of Pernambuco celebrated its fifth anniversary and hosted the Opening Ceremony of China-Brazil International Symposium on Economy and Development on 22 November 2018. The celebration and the opening ceremony received wide attention from various Brazilian universities, Chinese embassies and consulates, the state government of Pernambuco, the municipal government of Recife, and local residents. Following the celebration and the opening ceremony, a performing arts show was arranged, with students and teachers from the Confucius Institute performing kungfu, Chinese dancing, and chorus of Chinese songs.